At Dini Partners, we know that staying informed is a large part of what fuels high-performance organizations. That’s why we’d like to share with you original articles authored by Dini Partners staff members and reprints from industry sources that we believe are relevant and informative.

Survey Report:  Giving in 2010
In this second annual survey, more than one hundred philanthropic leaders from across the United States shared their wisdom and insights about giving in the year ahead. The data provided in this Dini Partners’ Giving in 2010 survey report is encouraging and demonstrates the critical thinking that undergirds philanthropy in these challenging times. View Full Report

Survey Report:  Giving in 2009
A new study conducted in December 2008 by Dini Partners surveyed major philanthropists in Colorado, New York, Oklahoma and Texas about the economy and its impact on charitable giving in 2009.  The Giving in 2009 Survey Report details the valued impressions and insights shared by these philanthropists, as well as the resulting recommendations for nonprofit leaders and volunteers. View Full Report

The Importance of Internal Reflection
By Dawn Blitz, Dini Partners
With limited staff members and an ever-expanding to-do list, it is widely accepted that development directors and their staff are often caught in a "fire drill," focusing only on the most pressing issues. Read More

Presbyterian Healthcare System's
Legacy of Care Campaign
The leadership team behind Presbyterian Healthcare System's Legacy of Care Campaign, the largest campaign ever undertaken by Presbyterian, shares their perspective on philanthropy. Read More

Fundraising in an Uncertain World
By Dawn Blitz, Dini Partners
With the uncertainties surrounding today's economy, many nonprofit development professionals are struggling with questions and concerns, the most common being: Will our donors continue to make gifts to our organization?
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Case Study: Singing Off-Key
Fayruz Benyousef (Dini Partners) advises how a nonprofit organization’s board should respond after a failed project leaves the organization in turmoil and out more than $1 million. Read More
*From the March/April 2008 issue of Board Member, a publication of BoardSource

Making the Most of Counsel
By Amanda Barnes, Dini Partners
Find out what you should know about your campaign counsel and how to maximize the effectiveness of their leadership. Read More